Commonwealth Games road race marshal verbally abused for enforcing road closures — says he was accused of ruining a motorist's holiday, called a 'f****** muppet' by another driver, and told to 'f*** off' by a pair of riders from a local cycling club
An event marshal at yesterday's Commonwealth Games road races in Warwick has reported abuse from motorists, recreational"cyclists treating the course as their own personal circuit", and being told to"f*** off" by two club riders, during his day of enforcing road closures to ensure the route was clear for racing.
"As a marshal, my role was to secure the course and ensure that it was safe for competitors and the public alike. This involved me arriving at the Warwick road race venue at 5.30am, being on course at 6.30am and ensuring it was safe prior to, during and after the race. "I have no doubt that many will accuse me of being a petty official and jobsworth, intent on ruining their day of celebration," Alex continued.
"As volunteers we were very different from the sometimes overzealous security staff and most had considerable experience as accredited British Cycling marshals.
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